Date:         Tue, 14 Oct 2003 16:53:22 -0500
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From:         Steven & Wanda Coker <sdcoker@BRAZOSPORT.CC.TX.US>
Subject:      Calliostoma in Arkansas?
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I was recently asked if "Top Shells" were normally found in Arkansas.
I, of course, smiled and replied that they are normally found a little
closer to a marine environment.  Well as it turns out this individual's
mother had been digging in the backyard in Northern Arkansas and found a
"shell" under a large rock about 2-3 feet deep.  They sent pictures of
the shell which measures about 70 mm high and 64 mm wide at the base.
Anyone care to take a stab at identifying this mystery shell?  I will be
glad to send the pictures.

Thanks,

Steven Coker